Heather in the Peak District is a must-see natural beauty. From mid July the heather flowers begin to bloom and by August the Peak District is covered in many places with a beautiful pinky purple blanket. The heather sticks around until mid September so you have a two-month window to plan a walk to enjoy […]
Author Archives: Becky - Peak District Walker
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Jul
Jul
This walk from Birchover is a lovely route with plenty to see on the way. Starting with a mini exploration around the hidden gem Rowtor Rocks then onwards to Stanton Moor where you’ll come across The Tower, Nine Ladies, Cork Stone and a bonus trig point too. From Birchover car park, first head towards the […]
06
Jul
Jul
Ever wondered what the best walks in the Peak District are? If you’re new to visiting the Peak District and you’re unsure which walks to do, you can find some great ideas here, along with the route maps and details to complete them. This is not just a pretty walk list! After stretching my legs […]
28
Jun
Jun
A lovely short walk from Baslow to explore Chatsworth Park and its grounds, including the Hunting Tower and aqueduct which overlooks Chatsworth House, the park and beyond towards Bakewell. From Baslow car park, you walk into Chatsworth Park then head up into the woods, known as Stand Woods. The route takes you via Chatsworth Hunting […]
Dark Peak Area, Medium walks
Bamford Edge, Stanage Edge, Derwent Edge from Ladybower Reservoir | 12-Mile Route
09
Jun
Jun
A walk including three of the awesome Peak District edges, each with their own fantastic views. This route begins from Heatherdene car park near Ladybower Reservoir, you first have the beautiful Bamford Edge to hike up, then it’s on to Stanage Edge and finally you get to explore the far side of Derwent Edge before […]
27
Apr
Apr
Edale is a great location to start many walks, in fact, you are spoilt for choice! This short walk from Edale takes you up one of the quieter routes via Ollerbrook, still with fantastic views of the Great Ridge and Kinder Plateau, but less popular than routes such as Jacob’s Ladder. Once you reach the […]
05
Apr
Apr
A lovely short walk up to Ashway Rocks and The Trinnacles from near Greenfield and Dovestone Reservoirs. Although this is a short route, there are several sections which have challenging terrain, including one scramble section. You can avoid this by simply returning the same route from the Trinnacles but please read the ‘Other Information’ section […]
02
Mar
Mar
There are numerous routes up to Kinder Scout in the Peak District, this one along with Grindsbrook from Edale is up there with my favourites! From Hayfield, you begin walking up the road then there’s a short steep hill to wake your legs up before skirting alongside Kinder Reservoir. On a clear day, you can […]
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Feb
Feb
A great walk with a real mix of scenery from low level walking next to Errwood Reservoir, exploring the ruins of Errwood Hall, then a big uphill to reach Shining Tor summit with gorgeous views of the surrounding hills and Goyt Valley. From Errwood Reservoir you begin the walk on the flat, a great way […]
17
Feb
Feb
Whilst the UK is being battered by storms from the Atlantic, Dudley and Eugine, I guess we won’t forget those names! You may feel frustrated that you can’t go out hiking. Or maybe that’s me as I was planning on starting the Pennine Way on Friday (yes, I couldn’t have picked a worse day!) But […]